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Quote by Victor Hugo

“I would rather be the head of a fly than the tail of a lion.”

Quote by Victor Hugo

Book:The Hunchback of Notre Dame

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The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a renowned work of 19th-century literature. The narrative unfolds in the picturesque backdrop of Notre Dame Cathedral, where the protagonist, Quasimodo, a hunchbacked bell-ringer, navigates a complex web of relationships and societal challenges. The novel delves into the struggles of the marginalized and the power dynamics of the time, offering a poignant commentary on human nature and the human condition. more

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Victor Hugo, a French romantic poet, novelist, and playwright, was born on February 26, 1802, and died on May 22, 1885. He is considered one of the greatest writers in French literary history, known for his profound humanistic concerns and rich imagination. more

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